Environmental Technician (Talent pool)

Working to protect the state’s environment and heritage.

• Environmental Technician – Talent Pool
• Ongoing or Temporary opportunities over the next 18 months.
• Office location – Broken Hill or Lidcombe
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $94,423 to $105,016 + super

Do you want to use your science skills to help care for waterways, wetlands and the natural environment across NSW?

We are looking for an Assistant Scientist to join the Science and Insights Division in the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water.

In this role, you will help deliver science projects and provide technical support that informs environmental management and decision-making.

You will work with senior scientists and project teams to collect, manage and analyse ecological field data, support field trips, and help prepare reports and other project information. The role includes both office-based and field-based work, and you may need to travel and stay overnight in regional areas for fieldwork. You will also work with a range of internal and external stakeholders, so clear communication and teamwork are important.

We are looking for someone with scientific qualifications and knowledge of ecology, ideally in terrestrial, wetland or restoration ecology. Experience collecting and analysing ecological field data will be highly regarded, and this role would suit someone who is organised, practical, enjoys working outdoors, and wants to build their career while contributing to important science work in the Science and Insights Division.

• Scientific qualifications and knowledge of terrestrial, wetland and/or restoration ecology.
• Fieldwork experience or willingness to acquire field experience.
• Based in Broken Hill or Sydney and able to travel for field work and stay overnight for up to 2 weeks at a time in regional locations.
• Hold current NSW Class C driver's licence
• Hold (or willingness to obtain) current First Aid training 

For more information read the full Role Description: Assistant Scientist Wetland Science SI EO5 RD 

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter (two pages maximum please) expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Please note to be eligible to apply for this position you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident or hold a valid Australian working Visa for the duration of the appointment. 

Should you require further information about the role please contact hiring manager Jaimie Potts via jaimie.potts@dcceew.nsw.gov.au or on 0434 350 234.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

• Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• How we encourage and support people with disability
• Information and adjustments for individual needs for the recruitment process and the workplace.
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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting Ronda Swaysland on 0400 288 239 (please mention reference number 550460).

If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander use our Aboriginal applicants guide to assist with applying for roles or our Aboriginal Career pathways team at AEX@dcceew.nsw.gov.au for a yarn. 

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Advertised: 21 May 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 Jun 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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